Center: Either resign Biadasz or you're locked in to spending a top 60/90 pick

[Gambit]

Not sure about Hoffman, but as far as I can tell Bass has only played OT and OG since starting college

Correct, there was some talk about seeing if he can play center in camp last year, not sure where team is at with that currently.

More I think about it, retaining Bidasz may be a requirement just from a number perspective, doesn't preclude you taking a top center, especially one like Barton or Powers who can play Guard too. In fact you have to.

16 FA and terrible draft position outside of 3rd round not sure we can create more holes on OL.

 

[exciter]

Outside the possibility Biadasz could have a weak market, I don't see a middle ground option between letting him walk or drafting his replacement high. You go into the draft looking to draft a starter, you are locking yourself in to a top 60 pick at OC. Possibility you could pull off a top 90, but that is a real risk

In this draft I honestly dont locking yourself in to a top 60/90 pick on an OC is that bad an idea. Risky because of how the draft may fall, you can lose out. However the OC talent in this draft is pretty.

It was discussed by the broadcasters during one of the games back in November that the team viewed this as a Center heavy draft and were going to let him walk. Unless his market bottoms out I don’t think there’s much chance of him returning!

 

[reddyuta]

I am completely against re-signing Biadasz,i always believe he is the weak link of our Oline especially with the run game.

 

[Hawkeye0202]

Brock Hoffman played Center and Right Guard for Coastal Carolina his first two years. He transferred to Virginia Tech and played Center his last two years with the Hokies. He is more of a Center than a Guard.

He should def get a chance to compete for the starting job. He held his own a couple of games at LG for Tyler. Kinda a of salty kid......I like that (lol). In other words, Biadasz replacement may already be on the roster........

 

[cnuball21]

Brock Hoffman played Center and Right Guard for Coastal Carolina his first two years. He transferred to Virginia Tech and played Center his last two years with the Hokies. He is more of a Center than a Guard.

Good to know…well at least we know we have a body on the roster that can play C.

 

[visionary]

Outside the possibility Biadasz could have a weak market, I don't see a middle ground option between letting him walk or drafting his replacement high. You go into the draft looking to draft a starter, you are locking yourself in to a top 60 pick at OC. Possibility you could pull off a top 90, but that is a real risk

In this draft I honestly dont locking yourself in to a top 60/90 pick on an OC is that bad an idea. Risky because of how the draft may fall, you can lose out. However the OC talent in this draft is pretty.

Move on and draft a real C

 

[visionary]

Right now PFF has Biadasz projected at a 7 million a year average. Seems low even for an average player. If thats true, he might be willing to do a 1 year deal to improve his market. We can draft someone and they compete

C is the most important position on OL outside of LT and was a big part of why we couldn’t run effectively

Let him go and get a real C

 

[Sydla]

We won't re-sign him.

Then there will be a run on Cs in the 2nd round, they will panic and force a reach at C at some point in the draft. The Schoonmaker situation all over again.

 

[CalPolyTechnique]

I’ve got zero issues letting Biadasz walk.

 

[Sydla]

Any other free agents Cs out there?

 

[Gambit]

He should def get a chance to compete for the starting job. He held his own a couple of games at LG for Tyler. Kinda a of salty kid......I like that (lol). In other words, Biadasz replacement may already be on the roster........

I miss the days of Fredricks. Do you want as a center good enough, fine, or stud who drives the engine?;

 

[Gambit]

Any other free agents Cs out there?

McGovern and Connor Williams

 

[Hawkeye0202]

McGovern and Connor Williams

There was a time during the season when Connor Williams was PFF top rated C.........not sure if that means much but

 

[Gambit]

There was a time where I was happy with Miami keeping him and not being in need for C at 21 lol

He is coming off of career ending ACL late season. Not one I'd hitch my wagon to as a FA this year.

 

[vlad]

As i understand it center is key to the running game, as such i have been wanting to move on/upgrade for a few seasons. Not that her sucks but we need to try something,

Curious how those young guys we have fit in

 

[rambo2]

The center from Oregon gives you a big upgrade and they would be able to run the ball with him.

Now sign Derrick Henry and kick some ***

 

[Sully]

Outside the possibility Biadasz could have a weak market, I don't see a middle ground option between letting him walk or drafting his replacement high. You go into the draft looking to draft a starter, you are locking yourself in to a top 60 pick at OC. Possibility you could pull off a top 90, but that is a real risk

In this draft I honestly dont locking yourself in to a top 60/90 pick on an OC is that bad an idea. Risky because of how the draft may fall, you can lose out. However the OC talent in this draft is pretty.

Center position is huge. Biadasz just hasn't improved the running attack. Let him walk and get a stronger one in the draft

 

[Sydla]

McGovern and Connor Williams

Blast from the past!

 

[Cowboyny]

Here is a fa center to watch Lloyd Cushenberry is coming off a breakout season with the Broncos.

 

[cnuball21]

Here is a fa center to watch Lloyd Cushenberry is coming off a breakout season with the Broncos.

I was just looking at FA Cs today and his name is the one that popped.